RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation will temporarily close the left lane on I-40 West near Exit 341 on Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., weather permitting.

The closure is necessary so South River Electric Membership Corporation can replace electrical lines over I-40.

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